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Naypyidaw (Eurotoday) – More than two days after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, search and rescue teams are racing against time to locate survivors. The tremor led to the collapse of structures as far away as Bangkok, Thailand, and was felt across neighboring Chinese provinces. How many people died in the Myanmar earthquake? What…

Brussels – Amid rising global crises and uncertainties, Europeans are increasingly calling for a more robust EU. A Eurobarometer survey released on Tuesday reveals that two-thirds of respondents across the EU believe the Union’s role should expand in the future. However, only 44 percent of EU citizens, and just one-third of Austrians, are optimistic that…

The conflict in Gaza began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a deadly attack on Israel, killing approximately 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages. In response, Israel began a large-scale military offensive. Since then, more than 50,000 people in Gaza have been killed, and over 90 percent of the population has been forced to…

Eurotoday – Around 100,000 Belgians are either preparing to depart or are returning from trips during a major travel strike on Monday, with thousands beginning their journeys as early as Sunday. The disruption is expected to cost the travel sector approximately €5.5 million, according to industry estimates. Many travelers still remain uncertain about alternate arrangements.…

Brussels – Austria’s newly appointed Vice Chancellor, Andreas Babler (SPÖ), made his first official visit to EU institutions in Brussels on Wednesday. During his visit, he met with Teresa Ribera, the Vice President of the European Commission, to discuss strategies for the development of industry in Europe and Austria. In a separate meeting with Culture…

Amid U.S. Efforts to Broker Peace in Ukraine, Finland Positions Itself as Strategic Ally Finnish President Alexander Stubb is visiting the United States as the Trump administration pushes for a ceasefire in Ukraine. Finland, which recently joined NATO and shares a 1,340-kilometer border with Russia, has emerged as one of Ukraine’s most committed allies in…

Vilvoorde (Eurotoday) – The football shirt fair at Asiat Park in Vilvoorde, organised by InnoFoot, brings together 14 vendors offering over 2,000 football shirts. Among the standout items are rare and vintage collector’s pieces, including a shirt made for Belgian football legend Paul Van Himst of Anderlecht. Collectors like Alexander Loos and Robbie Houben use…

BRUSSELS (ANP/AFP) – A spokesperson stated, “Putin is a criminal wanted for war crimes, and we will not engage with or comment on his propaganda.” They emphasized the legitimacy of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who was democratically elected, asserting, “Unless the Ukrainian people call for elections, no one else should advocate for them.” In a…